"7 Habits of Happy Kids!" by Sean Covey Life Skills With Aunt Sam

This is a 8-day course. While most sections run weekly, others are twice a week and during the summer, I run the days consecutively as a camp. 

In each class, one of the 7 Habits of Happy Kids will be introduced through a short, silly story. Learners will engage in interactive activities where the students can apply that Habit or Life Skill to solve challenges. Each student will receive a worksheet about the habit that will be discussed in that day's lesson. There will be role-plays, where problem solving and some basic reading is involved (if the learner is comfortable.) Learners will set a goal for the upcoming week/day on how they will apply the habit. This goal setting related to the habit, encourages self-awareness and personal growth. We discuss and follow up on their accomplishments, thus creating a supportive learning environment where students can share their experiences and learn from each other.

The culminating activity in the 8th class, is where each learner presents and teaches their chosen habit to their classmates. This is a fantastic way to foster public speaking skills and boost confidence. It allows students to become both learners and teachers, reinforcing their understanding of the habits and their potential impact on their lives. They may use pictures, a project, Google Slides or oral for this presentation 

During the summer (and at other possible times,) I run the 7 Habits class as a Camp.  It will be run in 2 weeks, 4 days a week, covering a habit, a day. It's a little fast paced, but OH so FUN!!

Week/Day 1-Be Proactive
•	Introduction to class and learn about the importance of being self-motivated and 
        NOT relying on others to direct us in productivity.
•	I can have a growth mindset! I can choose to be motivated!

Week/Day 2-Begin with the End in Mind
•	Learn about the importance of planning ahead to accomplish goals.
•	I can plan ahead and "climb mountains!"

Week/Day 3- Put First Things First
•	Learn about the importance of prioritizing and time management
•	I can do what I need to do, so I can do what I want to do!

Week/Day 4- Think Win-Win
•	Learn the importance of positive thinking and interpersonal skills
•	I can live the Golden Rule, treating others the way I want to be treated
•	I can choose to be positive!

Week/Day 5- Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood
•	Learn the importance of being present, of really listening to understand others
•	I can really listen and learn!

Week/Day 6- Synergize
•	Learn the importance of teamwork, recognizing and using each others' strengths to accomplish Great things
•	I can learn to work with others!

Week/Day 7 - Sharpen the Saw
•	Learn the importance of BALANCE in your day, increasing your personal development
•	I have time to enjoy peaceful moments!

Week/Day 8 - PRESENTATION DAY 
•	Share favorite story/experience about a Habit through picture, project or oral presentation
•	I can better my life and the lives of those I love!


This book is read with permission from "Simon and Schuster" and "Franklin/Covey" Leader In Me